110% rule

OSHA vs EPA Secondary Containment Requirements: What’s the Difference?

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Emergency team at oil storage facility with dramatic lighting and fog.

OSHA secondary containment requirements and EPA oil containment rules create confusion because they cover different materials under separate regulatory frameworks, leaving facilities unsure which standards apply to their operations. Key Takeaways: EPA SPCC rules under 40 CFR Part 112 govern oil and petroleum products exclusively, not other hazardous materials OSHA 29 CFR 1910.120 covers chemical … Read more

Secondary Containment Requirements and Products: The Complete SPCC Guide

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Oil storage tank with secondary containment barrier in an industrial setting.

Secondary containment requirements SPCC violations now average $47,000 per incident according to EPA enforcement data, yet most facilities still guess at compliance requirements. This costs money and invites regulatory scrutiny. Key Takeaways: EPA’s 110% rule requires containment volume equal to 110% of the largest single tank plus freeboard for the 25-year, 24-hour storm event OSHA … Read more